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Frequently Asked Questions

We know you have them, here are answers to the common ones.

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1 Q. I'm thinking about buying a Deneke TS-3 smart slate. Can I sync it with MovieSlate 8? Posted 06/10/2026 Timecode Sync
2 Q. I want to use MovieSlate just to generate a flash and an audible pop for syncing audio that's recorded separately from the video. How do I configure it for a simple, non-logging slate? Posted 06/10/2026 General
3 Q. In the History tab, the Edit button for track information on my takes is grayed out and I can't add or change tracks. This worked before — what happened? Posted 06/08/2026 Sound Dept
4 Q. I see a Lap button on the stopwatch and a setting called Auto-Save Performance Laps. What does this feature do, and how do I use it? Posted 06/03/2026 Sound Dept
5 Q. I need to change the source or mic information for takes that I've already rolled and logged. Is it possible to edit track info after a take has been recorded? Posted 05/27/2026 Sound Dept
6 Q. Can MovieSlate sync with or control Sound Devices MixPre recorders for metadata transfer or transport control? Posted 05/23/2026 Sound Dept
7 Q. How can I make the Sound Roll (SROLL) column appear for every take in the Sound Report, even when the roll doesn't change between takes? Posted 05/23/2026 Sound Dept
8 Q. My new iPad doesn't have a headphone jack. How do I connect a timecode cable for LTC sync using USB-C? Posted 05/23/2026 Timecode Sync
9 Q. What are the Sound Department Specifications? Posted 05/11/2026 Sound Dept
10 Q. I lost access to my Pro Features or Script Dept features! Posted 05/23/2022 Pro Features
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